William Morris Possibly 1896

antonmolkenboer

aged paper

homemade paper

paper non-digital material

pale palette

light coloured

sketch book

personal journal design

personal sketchbook

publication mockup

sketchbook drawing

This is a portrait of William Morris, a prominent English textile designer, poet, and social reformer, drawn by Anton Molkenboer in 1896. The drawing captures Morris's distinctive features, including his full beard and thoughtful expression. Molkenboer, a Dutch artist born in 1872, is known for his realistic and detailed style. This drawing, measuring 407 mm in height and 304 mm in width, is a testament to the artistry and skill of both the artist and the subject.